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Introduction Thank you for choosing the Team Losi 8IGHT RTR. This is a highly developed off-road vehicle that features a sophisticated computer based radio system and does require some mechanical experience and direct adult supervision. This guide contains the basic instructions and drawings for operating and maintaining your new 8IGHT RTR. Please take the time to read through it completely before running the model.
Required Equipment Cx1 You will need the following items to operate your new 8IGHT RTR 8 AA Alkaline batteries for the transmitter. AA x8 1 C Alkaline battery for the ignitor Quality Model Car Fuel - preferably Team Losi Nitrotane with 20% Nitro content Fuel bottle. 7.2v 6 Cell "Stick" battery pack for the remote starter. Battery charger for the 7.2v 6 cell "Stick" battery pack.
1H our Base Start-up Settings from the factory High-Speed Needle -- 4 turns out from bottom Low-Speed Needle -- 2.5 turns out from bottom 2H r ou Engine Tuning After the engine is broken in you can tune it for optimum performance. When tuning it is critical that you be cautious of overheating as severe damage and premature wear can occur. You want to make all carburetor adjustments in "one hour" increments.
Hi-Speed Adjustment After initial acceleration the engine should pull at a steady rate while maintaining a two-stroke whine and a noticeable trail of smoke. If the engine labors and is sluggish with heavy smoke, the mixture is too rich and needs to be leaned by turning the hi-speed needle clockwise in one hour increments until it runs smoothly. If the engine isn't smoking, it is too lean and you must richen the mixture by turning the needle counter-clockwise.
Radio Operation It is important that you familiarize yourself with the radio system, as this is your direct link to the buggy. Never run your buggy with low receiver or transmitter batteries. Never leave the power on or the batteries will not last long. Always turn the transmitter ON before turning the buggy ON. When finished running, always turn the buggy OFF before the transmitter. For best operation it will be necessary to keep the "trims" adjusted for both the steering and throttle as noted below.
